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Dear Friends,

I am pleased to invite you and your loved ones to our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on the 5th Sunday after Epiphany, starting at 10:00 a.m. This Sunday, we will present one last individual 2024 New Year’s sermon titled “You will bear much fruit.”

This divine gathering will be accessible for both in-person and online live-streaming. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

Along with this service information, I would like to mention some important announcements below:

A Lenten Pancake Breakfast will be held after the service on the First Sunday of Lent, on February 11, 2024. This fellowship will be prepared by St. Andrew’s Women.

The 2024 Annual Meeting will take place at the church and via Zoom after the service on Sunday, March 3, 2024.

The Holy Communion Roster for 2024 is scheduled for March 3, June 2, October 6, December 1, and December 24.

Please mark these dates in your agenda. Your prayers for these divine gatherings and your participation, whether in person or via Zoom, would be greatly appreciated.

Upcoming Events and Services:
February 10: Lenten Pancake Breakfast
February 18: Guest Speaker – Rev. Jonathan Baird
March 3: Communion & Annual Meeting
March 10: Guest Speaker – Dan Schley

Note: As the interim moderator, Caleb will be leading the Ballyduff congregation in worship on February 18 and the Norwood congregation on March 10.

Lenten Bible Study via Zoom:
Title: “Unshakable” with Pastor Rick Warren
Session 1: When You’re Pressured to Conform
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 7, 10:00 – 11:10 a.m.
All are welcome to join the Bible study and prayer time!

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing… This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples” (John 15:5-8).

Blessings,

Caleb

Dear Friends,

I am pleased to extend an invitation to you and your loved ones for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on the 4th Sunday after Epiphany, starting at 10:00 a.m. This Sunday, we will feature an individual 2024 New Year’s sermon titled “Pressing Toward the Goal.”

This divine gathering will be accessible for both in person and online live-streaming. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

I also want to remind you of the 2024 Lent Bible Study on DVD, titled “Unshakable,” instructed by Rick Warren. The study will take place on eight Wednesdays, starting on February 7 and concluding on March 27, 2024. The session will run from 10:00 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. via Zoom. This topic will also be preached from the pulpit during the Lent season. Ten copies of the study guide, generously provided by an anonymous contributor, will be available for your participation or self-observation. They will be placed on the desk at the back of the sanctuary before and after this Sunday’s service.

“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 3:13-14).

Blessings,

Caleb

Dear Friends,

I am pleased to extend an invitation to you and your loved ones for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on the 3rd Sunday after Epiphany, starting at 10:00 a.m. This Sunday, we will feature an individual sermon titled “New Wine Must Be Poured into New Wineskins!” as we embark on the bright year of 2024. We will also explore God’s patient work for us in transforming us into new wineskins or new creatures during the children’s time and video corner.

This divine gathering will be accessible for both in person and online live-streaming. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

Church News and Announcements:

In the spirit of Christian Unity, all the churches in Fenelon Falls will participate in a scripture reader exchange this Sunday. We extend a warm welcome to Michael McKenna from Immanuel Baptist Church, who will be reading the Bible in our service. Additionally, our representative, Arlene Ten Hove, will visit Shiloh Church to read the scripture at their service. We appreciate the assistance of both Michael and Arlene in making this exchange possible.

The Lent Bible Study on DVD, titled “Unshakable” and instructed by Rick Warren, will take place on eight Wednesdays, starting on February 7 and concluding on March 27, 2024. The session will run from 10:00 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. via Zoom. This topic will also be preached from the pulpit during the Lent season. Ten copies of the study guide, generously provided by an anonymous contributor, will be available for your participation or self-observation. They will be placed on the desk at the back of the sanctuary after the January 28th service.

“And no one pours new wine into old wineskins… No, new wine must be poured into new wineskins” (Luke 5:37-38).

Blessings,

Caleb

Dear Friends,

I am pleased to extend an invitation to you and your loved ones for our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on the second Sunday of 2024, January 14th, starting at 10:00 a.m. This Sunday, Dan Schley, as Lay Preacher, will deliver a message titled “Can you hear me now?” A kid’s corner, “Listening for God,” is also prepared for both the young and the young at heart.

This divine gathering will be accessible for both in person and online live-streaming. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

Church News and Announcements:

The six segments of the “Jesse Tree” Family Time series have been uploaded to our church’s YouTube channel as unlisted videos. This meaningful presentation was delivered by Dan and Donna Schley during the Advent Sunday services in 2023. If you need the video links to access them, please let Donna and Caleb know.

The Lent Bible Study on DVD, titled “Unshakable” and instructed by Rick Warren, will take place on eight Wednesdays, starting on February 7 and concluding on March 27, 2024. The session will run from 10:00 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. and will be conducted via Zoom.

Please note that Shopping Card order forms will be collected on January 14, 2024.

Our church will host an emergent Presbytery meeting broadcast from the sanctuary via Zoom on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

The Exchange of Scripture Readers as part of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
will be held at the services of the participants’ churches next Sunday, January 21, 2024.

Blessings,

Caleb

Dear Friends,

Happy and Healthy New Year to you and your loved ones! As we step into this new year, have we reflected upon resolutions to deepen our relationship with God? It is understandable if some of us feel hesitant, especially considering the mixed feelings from our efforts last year. Yet, let us remember: God’s transformative work within us is ongoing! The same God who initiated this journey of transformation in each of us remains steadfast and unchanging. He promises to bring this work to fruition if we persistently place our trust in Him.

With this brief note, I am pleased to invite you and your loved ones to our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on the first Sunday of 2024, starting at 10:00 a.m. This Sunday, we will learn about God’s intention for each of us, emphasizing the fulfilment of our dreams and visions, as well as guiding our loved ones in His divine manner and timing. Additionally, we will glean insights from God’s creation, the Eagle, that we need in our faith journey.

This divine gathering will be accessible for both in person and online live-streaming. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

Upcoming Services:
January 14: Dan Schley will lead us in worship as Caleb serves at Ballyduff Presbyterian Church on that Sunday.

January 21: Exchange of Scripture Readers during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus” (Philippians 1:6).

Blessings,

Caleb

Dear Friends,

Happy and Healthy New Year to you and your loved ones! As we step into this new year, have we reflected upon resolutions to deepen our relationship with God? It is understandable if some of us feel hesitant, especially considering the mixed feelings from our efforts last year. Yet, let us remember: God’s transformative work within us is ongoing! The same God who initiated this journey of transformation in each of us remains steadfast and unchanging. He promises to bring this work to fruition if we persistently place our trust in Him.

With this brief note, I am pleased to invite you and your loved ones to our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on the first Sunday of 2024, starting at 10:00 a.m. This Sunday, we will learn about God’s intention for each of us, emphasizing the fulfilment of our dreams and visions, as well as guiding our loved ones in His divine manner and timing. Additionally, we will glean insights from God’s creation, the Eagle, that we need in our faith journey.

This divine gathering will be accessible for both in-person and online live-streaming. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

Upcoming Services:
January 14: Dan Schley will lead us in worship as Caleb serves at Ballyduff Presbyterian Church on that Sunday.
January 21: Exchange of Scripture Readers during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus” (Philippians 1:6).

Blessings,

Caleb

Dear Friends,

Tomorrow marks the final day and Sunday of 2023. It might seem as if 2023 began just a few days ago. As we reflect upon these past seasons, how do we respond? At times we feel proud of ourselves; at other times, we may feel unsatisfied. When God created the heavens and the earth, He declared each act of creation as good! After completing each day’s work , the Creator God assessed His labour as excellent. Through God’s eyes, He encourages us to reflect upon our contributions to our loved ones, our church, and our community, prompting us to be grateful to Him for His continual presence, protection and provision for us as His church.

On that note, I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join our hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. This Sunday, our focus will be on the “Triple Standing Command” as outlined in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Following our service, we will gather for a coffee fellowship. This moment will serve as a cherished opportunity for us to reflect on God’s guidance and blessings upon us as His people.

This divine gathering will be accessible for both in person and online live-streaming. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

Church News:

As Interim Moderator, Rev. Kim will be leading worship at Ballyduff Presbyterian Church on Sunday January 14th. In his absence Dan Schley will lead the worship service here at St. Andrew’s.

The 2023 Christmas Special Music Performance featured by Barbara Dunn Prosser has been posted on our church website as well as our YouTube channel as unlisted. Below is the link for “The Angels’ Carol” and “The Star of Bethlehem”:

Please note that Shopping Card order forms will be collected on January 14th, 2024.

I wish you and your loved ones a healthy and happy New Year.

Blessings,

Caleb

Dear Friends,

Before I share the information for our Christmas Eve services, on behalf of the St. Andrew’s Session, I want to express my sincere gratitude to all our church members and friends. Your unwavering support and consistent prayers for God’s ministry in this community and beyond mean so much to us. I thank each of you for dedicating your God-given resources to the Lord whether they are visible or invisible, recognized or hidden, small or significant, and so forth. The Lord our Christ delights in us, as a church and a heavenly team, “communicating faith, hope and love by supporting and serving our congregation and the local community” (Excerpted from St. Andrew’s Mission Statement). He is also pleased with our commitment to “welcoming into our church everyone who seeks to love God and participate in an open and supportive congregation grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ (Excerpted from St. Andrew’s Inclusive Statement). Like many of you, I am personally and deeply grateful to Immanuel God for His continuous provision and guidance over our community, church, family, and ourselves during this Christmas season.

With this note of gratitude, I warmly extend an invitation to you and your loved ones for our two services on Sunday, December 24, 2023.

At the 10 am hybrid Christmas Eve service, we will delve deeper into the names of Jesus Christ, specifically highlighting the titles “Mighty God and Everlasting Father.” Our Family Time segment titled “Jesse Tree” will continue, and we’ll be treated to special recorded music by Barbara Dunn-Prosser.

The 7 pm hybrid Christmas Eve service offers us a profound opportunity to re-embrace the greatest gift from our Heavenly Father: His one and only Son, Jesus Christ. Join us in singing cherished Christmas hymns, concluding our “Jesse Tree” journey, briefly reflecting on another title of Christ: “Prince of Peace,” and enjoying special recorded music by both Barbara Dunn-Prosser and Caleb Kim Jr. Additionally, we will observe the Lord’s Supper and symbolically share the Light of Christ.

Both of these sacred gatherings will be accessible both in person at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and via online live-streaming.

Lastly, mark your calendars for a special coffee fellowship featuring sandwiches and muffins after our hybrid service on Sunday, December 31, 2023. This gathering promises not only worship but also cherished moments of fellowship in God’s presence.

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6).

Blessings,

Caleb

 

Dear Friends,

This Sunday, we will continue to explore the names of Jesus Christ, specifically focusing on the title “Wonderful Counsellor.” We will also participate in the ongoing Family Time titled “Jesse Tree.” With this note, I invite you and your loved ones to join our hybrid Advent service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

This divine gathering will be accessible for both in-person and online live-streaming. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

Upcoming Church Events:
Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.
Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight & Communion Service 7:00 p.m.

Blessings,

Caleb

Dear Friends,

This Sunday, we will have a guest speaker, Pastor Martin Chipp-Smith, who will share the Word of God titled “Wrestling for Change,” along with an update on the Kawartha Lakes Youth Unlimited ministry. We will also continue the Advent program called “Family Time – Jesse Tree” by Dan and Donna Schley.

With this note, I extend a warm Advent invitation to you and your loved ones to join our hybrid service at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls, on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. This divine gathering will be accessible for both in person and online live-streaming.

The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. Announcement slides will be shared before the service with both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.

In addition to the service information, I would like to share my thoughts on the previous community and church events.

I want to express our congregation’s gratitude to Barbara Dunn-Prosser and her friend Lynne Davis for presenting the lovely Christmas music on behalf of our church at the Community Carol Singing event. Barbara’s special music, along with that of other churches, certainly provided the entire audience with divine peace and comfort in this season of Advent. Her beautiful presentation on video will be shared during our services on Christmas Eve Sunday.

A Christmas potluck was joyfully held in the church basement this past Wednesday, hosted by St. Andrew’s Women of the Church. Many Christmas stories and thoughts, along with expressions of appreciation to the Lord, were shared in person as well as via Zoom during this wonderful fellowship. Everybody attending the gathering had a meaningful time and was nourished both spiritually and physically. The box of personal care items for the Salvation Army was filled with participants’ generosity, in addition to collected donations from the ladies’ gatherings. The Army was very pleased with these loving contributions when Lizz Hoyle delivered them on Thursday. Additionally, a few photos from the Christmas potluck event will be shown during this Sunday’s announcement slides.

Upcoming Church Events:
Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.
Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight & Communion Service 7:00 p.m.

Blessings,

Caleb